Do I have to grind an old tree stump?

• <div><p>We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-kill-tree-stump.htm">killing a tree stump</a>, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.</p><p>Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.</p></div>

Do apple trees need to be pruned every year?

• <div><p>Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. </p></div>

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Last update on July 25, 2026

Reviewed in July 2026
Crew removed three large trees on my property
Eco Tree Scapes
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Reviewed in March 2025
I would definitely recommend Weatherby Tree Services to anyone. Luke and his partner were very professional and efficient. The customer service was excellent! They got the job done! I am very pleased and I will hire them again!
Weatherby's Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2025
Excellent price for the work I needed done. I was also impressed on the cleaning up after! Thank you Big Dawg tree service
Big Dawg Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2024
Scheduled Quickly due to Tree danger, kept me up to date on schedule. Very good crew, good clean up. Very Professional and had equipment needed for the job. Would recommend this company for any tree work.
HD Excavating & Tree, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Robert Knuz Tree Service did an outstanding job removing my approximately 50 foot pine pine in tight quarters. He and his crew showed up on their expected time and dug right in to get the job done. When they were finished with cutting the tree down, they also did a great job of cleaning and...
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Reviewed in August 2023
I had made serval calls last night to get a rather large limb removed from my house that was hanging over my AC units. I only received one call back and I'm sure glad it was Kaboom rigging. They came out removed the two limbs in question without causing further damage to the property. I would...
Kaboom Rigging
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Reviewed in July 2023
Company did a great job removing tree.
Palacios Tree Service, LLC.
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Reviewed in March 2023
I see them in the village all the time and hired them to remove three Elm trees that were dropping branches all over my property. They are the most professional tree service I have hired, and somehow among the most affordable too. Keeping their magnet on my fridge.
Lufkin Environmental
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Reviewed in June 2022
We were so lucky to find The Sangamon County Stump Grinders & Tree Service. Cory was prompt in removing our Ash tree. They were here on time and finished faster than we expected. All of our questions were answered. Our lawn was perfectly cleaned. We would recommend them to anyone.
Sangamon County Stump Grinders and Tree Service
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Reviewed in April 2022
Estimate made promptly, tree removed & another stump removed and stumps ground out when ground dried out enough. Everything was cleaned up well, service was prompt and the price reasonable. Very happy with the quality of the work.
Double D & Son Tree Experts, LLC
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Burchett Stump Grinding

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Serving Auburn, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service I'll be calling again for more business"

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Response rate92%

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"Had Lufkin remove and tree and stump and trim up some other trees. They did a fantastic job. Clean up of site after they finished was great. Would definitely use them again for my next project."

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"Did a perfect job no damage to the yard buildings or anything else. Very professional and I would highly recommend them."

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In business since 2013

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"These are guys you want to hire. Chris is top notch in every respect. His guys are well trained and experienced. Did a great job on some hard tree removals."

Response time2 days

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"I found Many Services to be reliable, very good at communicating and fairly priced. I am pleased with the job done."

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Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc.

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Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc., is one of the largest full service commercial landscape companies in the central Illinois region. We have been able to meet the needs of any size customer by using the most advanced equipment, latest techniques and highly trained staff. Please call us today for a quote!

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After 30 years together, my wife and I bought our pickup and I am now looking to supplement my income by putting my pickup truck to work for me. Whether moving appliances or delivering purchases, I've got the tool for the job.

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I am a Union tradesman \nPlasterer \nPainter\nCaulker\nWater proofer\nRoofer\nI can do so much more over the years ive become very talented in many construction environments. I habe osha 30 and various boom lifts, and scaffolding equipment.

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"Very courteous and professional, reasonable price, cleaned up the yard afterwards. They went above and beyond my expectations! I will definitely be hiring them again for any tree, roof or yard service! I would highly recommend them!"

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High and Tight Tree Toppers, Inc.

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"Very honest, awesome and quick with the removal of my tree."

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

If you’re wondering why tree trunks are painted white in your area, it’s usually to prevent sunscald, a condition where extreme shifts in temperature can cause tree bark to split. Fruit trees are especially vulnerable to sunscald, so this treatment is worth considering if it’s something that affects your trees.

While trees can grow in the curb strip between the sidewalk and the street, this placement often poses the problem of interfering with overhead power lines. It’s best to consult your local utility provider and tree planting service before transplanting a tree that might grow into power lines. Also, you should never work within 20 feet of a live power line to avoid the risk of electric shock. Tree branches should never touch nearby power lines, so it’s essential to ensure your tree isn’t in danger of growing too close to them.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years.

There are two types of arborists: certified and consulting. A certified arborist is licensed and equipped to provide tree pruning, planting, fertilizing, monitoring, transplanting, treatment, and removal services. A consulting arborist specializes in tree appraisals, diagnosing problems and recommending treatments for illnesses. However, they will not provide these services themselves. Most consulting arborists are certified arborists who can refer you to a tree service that can administer the correct treatments.

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